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The PlayStation 6 and Next Xbox Need to Be Less Boring and More Unique
I’ve been a console gamer for as long as I can remember, having owned early systems such as the Master System, NES, SNES, and Megadrive. Now that I think of it, there are very few consoles I have never owned since. Every one of the older ones had a unique…
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Microsoft Reports Strong Growth Driven by AI, While Xbox Struggles with Hardware Sales
Microsoft has released its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, showing strong overall growth. The company reported $69.6 billion in revenue, marking a 12% increase compared to the same period last year. Net profit also saw a 10% rise, reaching $24.1 billion. This growth was largely driven by…
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PC Game Pass Accounts for Only One-Sixth of Microsoft’s Total Subscribers
According to a report by Omdia Games, a market analysis group, subscribers to PC Game Pass currently account for only one-sixth of Microsoft’s total Game Pass users. The study, conducted late last year, considered all tiers of Game Pass, including Core, which is an updated version of the old Live…
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Phil Spencer Confirms: Starfield’s Xbox Exclusivity Is Not Permanent
Phil Spencer has made a clear statement about Starfield’s exclusivity, responding with a firm “no” when asked if the game could be considered an indefinite Xbox exclusive. This aligns with Microsoft’s ongoing policy regarding Xbox Game Studios titles, a stance that has been evident for months. Starfield’s Status as an…
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Microsoft Patents AI System to Create and Modify Video Game Storylines
Microsoft has patented a system that uses generative artificial intelligence to create and modify video game storylines. The patent, filed in 2024, is now publicly accessible. According to the patent, this technology could allow developers to personalize gaming experiences through a feedback-based system. The AI could also be used to…
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Xbox Developer Direct to Show More Games Than Expected, Says Insider
The upcoming Xbox Developer Direct is set to showcase more than the four confirmed games, according to journalist Jez Corden from Windows Central. While the event has already promised three known titles and a mysterious fourth, Corden suggests that Microsoft has surprises in store, hinting at additional announcements. Jez Corden…
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Xbox Developer Direct Scheduled for January 23
The much-anticipated Xbox Developer Direct is officially happening on Thursday, January 23, 2025. This special event will showcase upcoming video games for Xbox Series X/S and Game Pass. Teams from Xbox and third-party partners will reveal new details, gameplay footage, and updates about several highly-awaited titles, including Doom: The Dark…
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Report: Microsoft Developing Cross-platform Interface for Xbox Games on Other Platforms
According to Windows Central journalist Jez Corden, Microsoft is reportedly working on a cross-platform interface for Xbox Game Studios titles. This initiative aims to bring Xbox games to PlayStation and Nintendo consoles, aligning with the company’s multi-platform strategy, which increasingly moves away from exclusivity. The proposed interface, inspired by Battle.net’s…
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PlayStation Exclusive Games Reportedly Heading to Xbox Next Year
Xbox continues to bring some of its “exclusive” titles to rival platforms, including Sony’s PlayStation. Meanwhile, Sony is also cautiously adopting a multiplatform strategy but remains hesitant to release its own games on Microsoft’s consoles. PlayStation Titles Already on Xbox A few older PlayStation exclusives have already appeared on Xbox,…
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Sony Wanted GTA Exclusivity for PlayStation 2 Because It Was Worried About Xbox
Sony was determined to secure exclusive rights for Grand Theft Auto (GTA) on PlayStation 2 at all costs. The reason? To gain a competitive edge over Xbox, which was quickly becoming a serious threat. It was the early 2000s, and Sony’s concern led them to heavily invest in securing exclusive…
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Phil Spencer Is Against Expansions That Are “Manipulative” and Cut From Base Games
Phil Spencer has spoken out against what he calls “manipulative expansions”—additional content derived from material cut during the development of the base game rather than created from scratch. He emphasized that Xbox aims for a different approach, which focuses on fostering genuine creativity over rehashed content. Freedom for Developers at…
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Microsoft Is Already Working on Xbox Handheld, But It Will Take Years to Arrive
Phil Spencer, the head of Microsoft’s gaming division, Xbox, has revealed in an interview that the company is exploring the possibility of entering the portable gaming console market. He confirmed that they are working on several prototypes to evaluate their potential, emphasizing their intent to thoroughly analyze the current market…
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All Xbox Games Could Come to Other Platforms in the Future, Says Phil Spencer
Halo, Starfield, Fable, Gears of War, and many other Xbox-exclusive franchises could potentially arrive on PlayStation and Switch in the future, possibly even on their launch day. This bold idea comes from Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming and head of Xbox. Spencer recently confirmed Xbox’s intention to bring more…
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New Report Suggests Helldivers 2 Xbox Release Unlikely
As one of the most popular online games lately, it’s no surprise that Xbox fans were hoping for a chance to play Helldivers 2. Developer Arrowhead Studios even hinted at a possible version for Xbox, mentioning some simple conditions that could make it happen. Sony’s Approval Holds the Key to…
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November Xbox Game Pass Games Revealed
We’ve finally reached the month of November, and that means one thing for Xbox users: new content for Game Pass, with titles that will appeal to different users, whether they’re looking for action-packed releases or more relaxed moments. So right here we’re going to let you know which are the…
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